Intern/Analyst – Investor Intelligence

Location:
Paris (Opéra), France Duration: Minimum 6 months, starting December 2026

Salary:
€1,000–€1,400 per month (gross), depending on the candidate’s academic level and experience + 50% reimbursement of public transport costs Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled in an academic institution and eligible for a “convention de stage”

About Us
SquareWell Partners is a governance advisory firm combining deep expertise with a proprietary, technology-driven platform that aggregates and analyzes institutional investor intelligence, including voting policies, proxy voting records, stewardship priorities, and ESG engagement strategies. The platform supports both SquareWell Partners’ advisory work and a broad client base, including corporates, asset managers, advisory firms, and legal counsel, helping them navigate shareholder expectations and design informed governance strategies. Role Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented, data-savvy and intellectually curious Analyst Intern to join our growing team. This role sits at the intersection of data analytics and corporate governance advisory, supporting both the development of the SquareWell platform and the delivery of bespoke insights to clients. You will work with large datasets, generating insights that inform both the platform’s intelligence outputs and SquareWell Partners’ client-facing advisory work. You will contribute directly to analyses used by leading corporates. What You Will Gain
• Opportunity to work with a proprietary data platform
• Exposure to institutional investor behavior
• Hands-on experience with large-scale voting and ESG datasets
• Insight into corporate governance advisory and shareholder engagement strategy
• Close collaboration with experienced advisors and data specialists

Key Responsibilities
• Analyze and structure complex datasets on institutional investors' proxy voting records, stewardship policies, and ESG engagement activities
• Maintain and enhance databases tracking investor ESG stances and voting behaviour across global markets
• Support the development of the SquareWell platform by improving data quality, automation, and workflows
• Identify trends and contribute to strategic research projects
• Translate investor data into actionable insights for client advisory work Qualifications
• Excellent analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Fluency in either French or English required; candidates fluent in French must have at least professional proficiency in English. Preferred
• Experience with Excel, data analysis tools, databases and AI tools
• Familiarity with ESG topics
• Previous internship or academic experience in finance, economics, political science, or related field Why Join Us
• A unique opportunity to contribute to the development of an innovative intelligence tool in the governance and stewardship space
• Ongoing training and professional development in corporate governance, ESG and investor analytics
• A collaborative, intellectually rigorous team environment Recruitment Process
• Initial screening questionnaire
• Case study assessment
• Two interviews (including one in person) SquareWell is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce. SquareWell ensures equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy/maternity leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.